Housing Care Worker

trustha; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care services provider in Glasgow is seeking 5 Care & Support Workers. This permanent position involves assisting vulnerable adults with daily tasks in their own homes, requiring empathy and dedication. You will work flexible hours with guaranteed 18-30 hours per week, providing essential care while enjoying benefits like paid training and support. This role offers real opportunities for career progression within a friendly and inclusive team.

Benefits

Paid training

Generous annual leave

Pension contributions

Paid SSSC membership

Paid PVG Disclosure check

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with older people or vulnerable members of the community.
• Good communication and IT skills.
• Passion and dedication to care.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with daily living tasks based on individual care plans.
• Administer medication and provide personal support.
• Help with meals and build relationships with residents.

Skills

Experience in the care sector

Good written and verbal communication skills

Basic IT skills

Education

SVQ in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Could you be part of our team?

Trust has an exciting opportunity for 5 Care & Support Workers to join our team at 20 Lochar Crescent, Pollok, Glasgow City G53 5NY. This is an excellent job opportunity for those who live in and around Glasgow.

As a Care & Support Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting older and vulnerable adults in their own homes. Operating between 7.00am and 10.00pm seven days a week, you'll provide assistance with daily living tasks based on individual care plans. Whether it's administering medication, personal support, or helping with meals, your empathetic approach will make a real difference to our tenants\' lives. You’ll have the time to get to know our residents and are trusted to give each person the care and support they need, in the way they like.

Responsibilities & Benefits

• Location: 20 Lochar Crescent, Pollok, Glasgow City G53 5NY
• Hourly Rate: £13.00 per hour
• Availability: Combination of fixed shifts (morning and back shifts) including alternate weekends
• Guaranteed Hours: 18 – 30 hours per week worked over average 4 days on a fixed rolling 2-week Rota basis, with a mixture of weekdays and weekends, day shifts and back shifts
• Job Type: Permanent Contract
• Living Wage Employer: We value our team members and offer competitive pay.
• Training and Development: Access to paid training, ongoing development, and SVQ qualifications.
• Supportive Environment: Join a welcoming, friendly, and inclusive culture.
• Career Progression: Real opportunities to grow within our committed team.
• Additional Benefits: Uniform, generous annual leave, pension contributions, paid SSSC membership and paid PVG Disclosure check.

Care & Support Skills and Experience:

• Has experience in the care sector and working with older people or other vulnerable members of a community, so you will understand their needs and know how to meet these.
• Holds an SVQ in Health and Social Care or relevant qualification.
• Demonstrates good written and verbal communication skills.
• Possesses basic IT skills.

Previous experience is preferred but not essential; we provide comprehensive training and support. What matters most is your passion, empathy, and dedication to helping our tenants live their lives to the fullest.

If you are successful in joining our team, we can provide you with fantastic opportunities to develop your experience or enhance your career in social care and assist with your ongoing continued personal development.

Join our outstanding and committed team, learn from experienced colleagues, and contribute to a supportive environment. Your role as a Care & Support Worker will make a meaningful difference every day.

Please note this role is subject to satisfactory interview, references and a PVG check. You will be required to register with the SSSC, complete mandatory training within a timeframe and the commitment to studying for an SVQ in Care & Support if you do not already hold this qualification.

We encourage all applicants to study the provided job description to familiarise themselves with the role and the duties involved.

We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.